Football analysis and strategy from Chris B. Brown
What is the Inverted Veer / Dash Read?
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What is the Inverted Veer / Dash Read?
In fall 2009, a reader emailed me about a spread run scheme TCU used to close out a tight victory against Clemson. The scheme featured a runningback and the quarterback running to the same side — as opposed to the traditional zone read, where the two ran in opposite directions, along with playside blocking from…
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Deconstructing: Oregon’s and Auburn’s offenses as spread revolution
My breakdown of Oregon’s and Auburn’s offenses in anticipation of tonight’s BCS title game is up over at Yahoo!. Check it out. Also, hat tips and thanks to Brophy and the Offensive Breakdown site for some great info (especially to Brophy for the image on the power scheme). Check out great info from both sites…
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Deconstructing: The search for the perfect spread QB
I have a new bit up on Yahoo! (belatedly, after I sent the wrong draft… I owe the good Doctor mightily) comparing how Gus Malzahn uses Cam Newton to how Rich Rodriguez is using Denard Robinson. Hint: Newton’s favorite play is the inverted veer or dash package, while Denard’s is the outside zone. Check it…
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Of Malzahn and Miami, a look backward and forward
A couple of stuff from me from around the web: Check out my breakdown of Gus Malzahn’s up-tempo offense over at Yahoo’s Dr Saturday. Thanks again to the Doc. (And for more on Malzahn, read this very good piece from Stewart Mandel about Malzahn’s wider influence.) And here is my guest-bit on EDSBS answering the…
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Smart Links and Notes 8/17/2009
Robert Marve showcases the talent that made him, uh, highly sought after. He might not be as “traditionally” accurate as former Boilermaker Drew Brees, but Marve is making good use of his year-in-wait at Purdue. Ht Goldandblack.com (Rivals). – Trojan Football Analysis shows, not tells, you how to run the Airraid. I’ve discussed the Airraid…